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Product + Inspiration: Apothecary Jars

April 7, 2016

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Apothecary Jars got their claim to fame back in the day on the shelves of doctor’s offices and in drugstores where they held medicines and health products. They were looked as a purely a fictional item that held precious contents that people needed to live and survive.

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Fast forward to today where Apothecary Jars have become a popular decorative accessory and can be found as a decorative statement in just about every room in the home. Not only has the use of Apothecary Jars changed over the years, so has the look and style.

Decorative jars today are bigger and more decorative and are designed so they you can easily get items in and out of them and that make they great for decorating in different ways.

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Design Inspiration: Small Bathrooms with major impact!

March 29, 2016

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Have you ever heard the saying that bathrooms and kitchens sell a house? Well, its true and even small bathrooms count when it comes to design whether you’re selling your house now or will be sometime down the road.

Whenever I’m talking to design clients about re-designing a bathroom my focus is always to add as much style as possible into that space. With larger bathrooms that’s pretty easy to do but with a smaller bathroom space it can be more challenging.

Even with limited space, there are lots of things you can do with structurally and decoratively to add major impact to your bathroom.

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Dressing the back of the toilet!

October 29, 2015

I was looking around one of my bathrooms the other day and noticed that I didn’t have anything on the back of the toilet. The vanity was decorated, there was art on the walls and I had decorative towels, rugs and a shower curtain. The empty space on the back of the toilet sat empty so I decided to change that. I searched Pinterest for some inspiration and noticed a few tried and true decorating solutions for the back of a toilet.

Decorative Accessory Combo: Artwork + Pretty Tray + Faux Flowers + Decorative Containers

A grouping of decorating accessories adds a lot of charm to such a functional space

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Functional Accessory Combo: Wire Basket + TP Rolls

Displaying everyday items in a fun way can add personality to a bathroom

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Simple Accessory Combo: Flowers In A Vase

A simple pop of color and texture can soften a functional space

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Fragrant Accessory Combo: Fresh Flowers + Scented Candles

Even a bathroom can feel special when you accessorize with decor like flowers and candles that enhance the atmosphere

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Practical Accessory Combo: Plant + Toiletries In A Jar + Candle & Matches

Organizing in the bathroom should be practical and pretty and greenery bring energy to any space

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I decided to keep the accessorizing on the back of my toilet simple and came up with three options. Here’s a look a glimpse at the decor in the bathroom…

Here are the decor options:

Option 1

Option 2:

Option 3

So tell me, have you decorated the back of your toilet? And which of my decorative options do you like best? I think I’m leaning towards option #2.

DIY Bathtub Tray {the little luxuries in life}

September 3, 2015

I love taking baths and have used one of those inexpensive big-box store metal bathtub trays over the years. I threw the last one I had away because it start falling apart.

About a month ago I had the idea of making a new bathtub tray in anticipation of fall and winter which is when I enjoy a soak the most. After purchasing all the supplies I took everything with me when we headed to Alabama a couple weeks ago to visit my husband’s brother. I love visiting my brother in-law because he lives on a farm, has horses and an awesome 4-wheeler which I could spend hours on. He also happens have every wood working tool known to man so I knew I’d have everything I needed to make my tray. Here are some simple steps to make your own:

Supplies you’ll need:

1″ x 3″ Pine Wood Boards ($1.35)

1″ wide decorative cabinet trim ($7.00)

2″ x 2″ x 36″ wood square end baluster ($.97)

Wood Glue

Nail Gun (courtesy of brother-in-law)

Drawer Pulls (optional). I added some to make taking the tray on and off the tub easier. ($2.47 ea)

Stainable wood filler to fill any seams and nail holes.

Wood Stain in your desired finish. A small can is all you need.

Measure the width of your tub and cut the 1 x 3 board into three pieces at that width. Next, cut your baluster into three pieces that are 3″ shorter than the combined width of the pine boards.

Once the boards and baluster are cut, place the boards together side by side. Glue the three baluster pieces onto the long wood pieces (see below), one piece in the center and a piece about 8 inches to the left and right of the center piece. Let the glue dry. Once the glue is dry, flip the board over and reinforce the baluster with nails using your nail gun.

Once I had the tray assembled, I decided to add a hole to hold a wine glass. I measured the base of a standard wine glass and my brother-in-law drilled the hole for me.

Next you add trim. We cut it to size, mitered the corners and attached it around the edge of the tray edge using the nail gun (boy did I love that nail gun).

The last step before staining was to add the handles.

A then a few coats of stain and your tray will be complete and ready for you to enjoy.

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tip: add rubber bumpers along the tray sides to prevent any scratching on the edge of the tub

I am thrilled to pieces at how my tub tray turned out. I’m hoping to get some R & R this weekend and it just might involve a soak in the tub.

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Guest Bath Update Reveal and A GIVEAWAY!

March 4, 2015

I just love it when a project comes together. After finishing my stenciled shower curtain, I set about pulling together the accessories to use in our guest bathroom.

The bathroom is all white so I had a clean and crisp color palette to work around. Since the black and white shower curtain is a bold graphic pattern, I wanted to keep the rest of the accessories elegant and pretty. The color palette is black and white with accents of gold, pink and grey.

I loved using the Drifting Arrows stencil from Cutting Edge Stencils to create my custom shower curtain.

I placed a grouping of decorative accessories on the vanity and this gold leaf tray is the star of the show. It is so gorgeous!

I placed a vintage brass stool I found last year at an antique store next to the tub.

I had this framed chalkboard and hung it on one of the side walls. The quote adds a little whimsy to the decor. The gold frame helps to tie all the gold elements together.

I replaced basic brass knobs with these beautiful crystal knobs. A decorative knob is such an inexpensive and easy updated for a bathroom.

I painted the shower curtain and changed all the decor in the bathroom when the hubby was at work and boy was he pleasantly surprised when he came home. We both love how the space turned out.

I hope you are inspired by our little bathroom update. I’ll be sharing more bathroom decorating tips with you next week, including how to make a simple bathroom look more expensive.

Enter the CUTTING EDGE STENCIL GIVEAWAY (giveaway closed)

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Product source list:

Crystal knobs–D. Lawless / Floral Artwork–HomeGoods / White Shower Curtain–Target / Drifting Arrows stencil–Cutting Edge Stencil

Brass Stool–Vintage/Antique Store / Gold Leaf Tray–HomeGoods / Glass Vanity Jar–TJMaxx (purchased years ago)

Scalloped Edge Brass Bowl–thrifted / Towels–HomeGoods and Ikea

Guest Bath Update with Cutting Edge Stencils

March 3, 2015

Hi there!

I’ve got a sneak peek of a project I’ve been working on to share with you today. I’ve been wanting to make some decorative changes to our guest bath, but didn’t want to spend a lot of money doing it. I gave myself a small budget to purchase new artwork and a few accessories and I also put my DIY skills to work making a new shower curtain using a stencil from Cutting Edge Stencils.

If you’ve never given stenciling a try, I highly recommend it. It’s an inexpensive way to decorate walls, fabrics, floors and even ceilings and makes updating your home decor quick and easy.

After looking through all of the Cutting Edge Stencil designs (so many great stencil designs), I choose the Drifting Arrows pattern.

What I like about the Drifting Arrows pattern is the classic yet modern feel that it has–the style I wanted for the bathroom.

To create the shower curtain, I used a plain white shower curtain ($14.00) and paint I had in the garage. The paint is Clark and Kensington and the color is Ace of Spades, in a semi-gloss finish.

Before I began stenciling I read all of the how to stencil info on the Cutting Edge website and also watched some of the stencil how-to videos. In my book, stenciling on a large piece of fabric is a bit more challenging than stenciling on a wall so here are a few tips I used that made the job easier:

1) Iron your fabric before stenciling to ensure a smooth, wrinkle-free surface.

2) Lay the fabric out on a hard, smooth surface. I placed a drop cloth down and then placed a large piece of cardboard between the shower curtain and drop cloth. The cardboard gave me a smooth surface and allowed the roller to move smoothly over the fabric.

3) Securely tape your stencil down using painters tape. Because my stencil was fairly large, I made sure to tape the edges as well as the corners.

4) Use a gentle hand when rolling on the paint. This will reduce paint seepage under the stencil design.

It took me about 4 hours to paint the entire shower curtain and I love the way it turned out. Now that the shower curtain is finished, the rest of the details for the bathroom are coming together.

Here’s a little sneak peek…

If the idea of a stencil project appeals to you, check out the Cutting Edge Stencil blog for more design ideas.

I’ll be back tomorrow to reveal the completed bathroom update so stay tuned. And, I’ll have a giveaway too!

The great folks at Cutting Edge Stencils are giving you a chance to win a stencil of your choice, with a value up to $50! So check out the incredible array of stencils at www.cuttingedgestencils.com and come back tomorrow to enter to win! (contest open to US residents only)

This is a product review for Royal Design Stencils. All opinions are 100% mine.

Easy Updates for the Bathroom {and a few design tips}

April 25, 2014

Happy Friday!

Often the most neglected room in the home, the bathroom deserves just as much décor love as the other rooms in your home. During construction or a remodel of your bathroom, you can add decorative elements like flooring, paint and fixtures to enhance the space but the decorating does not have to end there. Just like refreshing the accessories in your living room or family room, updating your bathroom seasonally or yearly is easy and doesn’t have to cost a lot.

Here are some quick and simple ways to update your bathroom anytime the mood strikes.

PAINT THE CEILING

Tip: A semi-gloss or gloss paint will add a bit of shine and make your bathroom look a bit more glamorous

PAINT THE CABINETS

Tip: Flat or eggshell paint finishes will hold up best to dirt and fingerprints

LAYER YOUR MIRRORS

Tip: Use Command Hooks to hold light weight mirror

FRAME YOUR MIRROR

Tip: my go-to source for mirror frames is Mirror Mate

ADD A DECORATIVE SHOWER CURTAIN

Tip: Use patterned curtain panels (=more style, length and pattern option) as your outer layer with a clear shower liner behind

ACCESSORIZE THE VANITY WITH PRETTIES

Tip: Kitchen canisters make great containers for toiletries and a small tabletop lamp will add ambience to your bathroom

GO WITH A DECORATIVE RUG INSTEAD OF A BATHROOM RUG

Tip: Instead of multiple rugs, look for a rug that is large enough to cover most of the floor. A single rug will add more visual impact.

Tip: Always us a rug liner so there’s no slipping and sliding

Tip: If the rug is in front of the tub/shower, go with a wool or wool blend which will hold up to water better

USE A PIECE OF FURNITURE FOR STORAGE & STYLE

Tip: Replace the wood on an armoire with glass so that items can be seen and add to the décor of the bathroom

Tip: If you need more counter space, a low chest will give you that plus extra storage

ADD ARTWORK

Tip: Use artwork to add an accent color to your bathroom

Tip: Turn your medicine cabinet into a decorative statement by hanging a piece of artwork over the door

Tip: If windows are an issue, use artwork to provide privacy and add a decorative statement

Tip: Even small art placed strategically will personalize your bathroom

Have fun decorating your bathroom and have a fantastic weekend.

p.s. On Monday I’ll be sharing photos from a fabulous designer showhouse I previewed yesterday and on Tuesday I’ll share a few thing you can learn about design by going to showhouse events.

Design Ideas: Tables in Unexpected Places

March 25, 2014

Every design client I work with is looking for ways to make their décor unique and different. Along with paint, fabric and personal touches, one of the ways I share with them to achieve a unique decorative statement is by using pieces in unexpected ways.

Tables are a staple in most homes but when placed in unexpected places they can help create a space that stands out and meets the goal of unique and different. If you can’t think of where to use a table beyond the living room or dining room, here are SEVEN unexpected places where tables can fit into your decor.

1) Tables next to the tub add a fun accent to a bathroom. I like the idea of using the table surface to hold bathroom luxuries like fragrant soaps, bath decanters and flowers.

2) Everyone can use a little extra surface space in their closet. How about placing a small accent table at one end and using it to hold folded sweaters or accessories.

3) I know it hard to think about giving up storage space in a kitchen but a table as the center accent can be so much prettier than an island. And a table becomes a great serving area for casual meals or buffet settings.

4) Ok, most laundry rooms are not this grand but if yours is, why not place a table in the center. Boy would this make sorting and folding easy and what a great spot for gift wrapping too.

5) I love an accent at the foot of the bed and a small-scale table can be just as practical as an ottoman or bench. Make sure the table height fits the height of the bed so that it doesn’t become a visual block within the room.

6) Have you ever considered a table on the porch? If you have a covered porch, the addition of a table is a great way to add personality and create a seasonal display area.

7) If your kitchen island wasn’t made to fit stools, how about adding a table to create island-side seating? I absolutely love this look and think it is a great way to create a unique statement in your home.

Sometimes decorating your home is thinking about things in new ways and using pieces in new places.

Looking for more unique decorating ideas, check out my post of unique ways to decorate with mirrors.

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